Franklin EF1-230V, Operating Manual

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Using the EF

1

•   Ensure that the machine is positioned outside hazardous zones  

ATEX 0, 1 and 2.

•   Allow the machine and fittings to reach the ambient temperature of the site.
•   Keep the machine out of direct sunlight and free of any obstruction.
•   Make sure fittings and pipe have been prepared in accordance with UPP™ 

Installation instructions.

Follow the steps below to weld Electrofusion fittings.

1.  Connect the required welding lead to the EF1 Welder:

PRIMARY and GEMINI SECONDARY fittings = RED (ORANGE) cable

SECONDARY fittings = GREEN cable

FUSION CHAMBER = WHITE cable

10 AMP fittings = BLACK cable

2.  Connect the welding lead to the UPP™ fusion fitting(s), making sure 

connectors are firmly pushed onto the pins.

3.  Connect the EF1 Welder to suitable 230V power supply.
4.  Turn the unit ON. All LEDs light in sequence, then green Power LED 

remains on.

5.  Momentarily depress the orange START button until first weld light 

illuminates. The first weld light comes on, then successive LEDs light 

up until green 100% LED is lit, showing weld is complete.

6.  Disconnect welding lead from fitting. The 100% LED and Power LED 

remains on.

7.  ALWAYS Reset for next weld by holding START button for 3 seconds. 

All LEDs will light in sequence, then the green power LED remains on.

Other Important Tips

•   Switch off the machine during breaks and at the end of the job.
•   The weld cycle can be stopped at any time by pressing the START/STOP 

button. This will generate an error code and you must wait for the fitting to 

cool before attempting to continue.

•   If you have any doubt about a welded joint, UPP™ fittings can be welded 

again provided they are left to cool at ambient temperature for a minimum of 

one hour.

Never re-weld a fitting that is still warm. Serious fire 

damage can occur and hot material may be ejected from 

the weld zone creating a burning hazard. 

Power conducting elements may become exposed 

creating an electrical shock hazard.

Warning

Warning